Stuart Butler
Stuart Butler
Greens, goals and opportunities with Lucy Sellick.
Greens, goals and opportunities with Lucy Sellick.
Greens, goals and opportunities with Lucy Sellick.
Tuesday 20th May 2025
Join Lucy Sellick as she discusses her role at Raglan Golf Club, greenkeeping challenges, and future goals in this engaging episode.
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Get the buttons here!Turf Triumphs: Lucy Sellick's Greenkeeping Journey
Episode Overview
- Lucy Sellick shares her journey in the turf industry.
- Challenges of managing fescue greens on a parkland site.
- Importance of financial sustainability in golf clubs.
- Supportive yet hands-off club ownership at Raglan.
- Encouraging more women to enter greenkeeping.
"If I could grow a green, I'd want to grow a fescue green."
In this episode of Henry Weston's Old Mate, Stu sits down with Lucy Sellick, the head greenkeeper at Raglan Golf Club, to chat about her exciting new role and the challenges she's faced. Lucy, a well-respected figure in the turf industry, shares her journey from humble beginnings to managing major golf courses, including her latest project at Raglan.
With a passion for greenkeeping and a knack for overcoming obstacles, Lucy talks about re-establishing nine holes and nurturing new fescue greens, all while aiming to meet an ambitious opening date. Lucy provides insights into the unique challenges of managing fescue greens on a parkland site, drawing from her experiences and consultations with industry peers.
She also touches on the broader issues facing the turf industry, like the need for better recruitment practices and the importance of financial sustainability in golf clubs. The conversation also highlights Lucy's strategic mindset and how she's managed to navigate the complexities of working with new club owners who are supportive yet hands-off, allowing her to make informed decisions that benefit the club's future.
Her story is not just about grass and greens; it's about passion, perseverance, and paving the way for more women in the turf industry. If you're interested in golf course management or simply enjoy a good success story, Lucy's journey is both inspiring and informative. Dive into this episode to learn how she's transforming Raglan Golf Club and what it takes to succeed in a male-dominated field.